Young Adult
Young adult books are generally targeted at readers over the age of 13-years-old. They have older protagonists,
center around problems faced in youth (often "problem" or coming of age novels), and are typically longer.
center around problems faced in youth (often "problem" or coming of age novels), and are typically longer.
Middle Grade
Middle grade books are targeted at children ages 8-12, though this varies based on reading level and maturity.
These books often have younger protagonists (around the age of the reader) and are typically shorter.
These books often have younger protagonists (around the age of the reader) and are typically shorter.
Early Readers
Early readers are generally children younger than 8-years-old. Picture books, learn to read books,
and chapter books are the most common formats for these readers.
and chapter books are the most common formats for these readers.